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Hotel Zindel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Balboa Park in San Diego

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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505 W Grape St, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, 1 King Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Elite Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Downtown San Diego stay.With a stay at this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Balboa Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Port of San Diego. San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balboa Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maritime Museum of San Diego - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 8 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mona Lisa Italian Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Morning Glory - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kettner Exchange - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack Little Italy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frost Me Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zindel

Hotel near Balboa Park in San Diego
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Zindel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 42-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.37 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Zindel Hotel
Hotel Zindel San Diego
Hotel Zindel Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Zindel to the airport?

Hotel Zindel is 2 mi (10-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Zindel?

As of Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zindel on Jun 29, 2026 start from $122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Zindel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Zindel.

How close is Hotel Zindel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.2 mi (14-min drive) from Mission Beach and 12.1 mi (20-min drive) from La Jolla Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Zindel offer free breakfast?

Hotel Zindel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Zindel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zindel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Zindel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Zindel have a pool?

Hotel Zindel does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Zindel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Zindel to downtown San Diego?

Hotel Zindel is 0.8 mi away from San Diego.

Hotel Zindel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 671 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 671 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 671 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 671 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 671 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randolphe

Room was super clean. Jeff was a great help checking-in and throughout our 2-day stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay! Jeff made my stay even better. He was pleasant, always had snacks, was super friendly. The day he was not there, it was noticeable. I will definitely come back to Zindel just because of Jeff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jazihel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and it’s a cute little place in de heart of little Italy, everything is super close
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Branden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexandra

Clean room and staff ! Just our tv screen wasn’t working
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We agreed we would stay here again. Jeff at the front desk was amazingly friendly we enjoyed chatting with him & we got recommendations from a born & raised local. The room was clean, not fans of the door-less glass shower panels. Glad we booked the King room with the private bathroom. (Just wished this room wasn't across from the shared bathroom)They give you optional ear plus but come the weekend we had noisy talking neighbors at 5am while sleeping, the walls are a bit thin.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and staff and location !!! In Little Italy , walkable to the harbor area !!! A little different not having a bathroom in our room, but easily adjusted to that !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenyatta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No actual on sight staff available AND you have to share bathrooms with other visitors. They also do not do refunds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and you could walk to most places of interest
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The best
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value for money. Very good location. Jeff, the concierge was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay at Hotel Zindel. The staff were friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, and the boutique style made it feel unique. The location was very convenient, close to everything downtown. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autym

Such a cute place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the location and the style of the hotel. It was exactly what we were looking and can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel but woulda wished each room had its own bathroom. Other wise, excellent location is near little Italy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places is really pretty! The staff is so nice too! The only think id say it’s that in the morning the codes and people coming in or out from the hotel are loud! Wañls are not that thick but other than that it is nice place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room, bathroom, and common areas were clean and very nice. Staff was friendly throughout our stay. We were unaware about the communal bathroom situation, which was a disappointment. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an amazing stay at this hotel! From the moment I checked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, professional, and attentive. The room was spotless, spacious, and beautifully maintained, with super comfortable bedding that made it easy to relax. The only con was that it was hard to find parking. The hotel does not provide parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lulu

The issue about sharing bathrooms was not happy about it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025